How to Pick the Capitals vs. Jets Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – February 1

Published 12:39 pm Friday, January 31, 2025

Prior to the puck dropping at 7:00 PM ET in Saturday’s game between the Washington Capitals and the Winnipeg Jets, here are the best bets you should be considering, whether you’re looking to make a single wager or have your sights set on putting together a parlay.

Sign up for ESPN+ today to watch 1,000+ out-of-market NHL games, ESPN+ Hockey Night & more.

Capitals vs. Jets Picks

Bet on this or any NHL matchup at BetMGM.

Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 6.0 goals)

  • This season, Washington games have gone over this one’s 5.5-goal over/under 25 times.
  • In Winnipeg’s 53 games this season, 27 have finished with more goals than Saturday’s total of 5.5.
  • The total for this game (5.5) is 1.6 less than the combined scoring averages for the Capitals (3.49) and Jets (3.58).
  • The 4.8 goals per game these two teams concede are 0.7 less than the total set for this contest.

Bet on the total at BetMGM today!

Moneyline Pick

Capitals Moneyline: -121

  • The Capitals are 19-9 when listed as a moneyline favorite this season.
  • In games it has played with moneyline odds of -121 or shorter, Washington is 18-9 (winning 66.7% of the time).
  • Based on the moneyline in this matchup, the Capitals’ implied win probability is 54.8%.

Jets Moneyline: +101

  • In 12 games as an underdog on the moneyline, Winnipeg has pulled off the upset five times.
  • The Jets have three victories in games with moneyline odds of +101 or longer (in eight chances).
  • Winnipeg’s implied probability to win is 49.8% based on the moneyline odds.

Place your moneyline bet at BetMGM now!

Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, Winnipeg 2

Capitals Points Leaders

  • Dylan Strome is one of Washington’s top contributors this season with 49 points. He has averaged 0.3 goals per game, shooting 16.7%.
  • Aliaksei Protas has 43 points (21 goals, 22 assists) to add to the team’s offensive efforts.
  • With 41 points through 51 games (11 goals and 30 assists), Pierre-Luc Dubois has been an important part of Washington’s offensive attack this season.
  • In 28 games played this season, Logan Thompson (23-2-3) has given up 57 goals.

Jets Points Leaders

  • Winnipeg’s Kyle Connor has totaled 36 assists and 30 goals in 53 games, good for 66 points.
  • Mark Scheifele has made a major impact for Winnipeg this season with 59 points, thanks to 31 goals and 28 assists.
  • Winnipeg’s Gabriel Vilardi has 49 points, courtesy of 22 goals (third on team) and 27 assists (fifth).
  • Winnipeg’s Connor Hellebuyck is 32-7-2 this season, collecting 1044 saves and permitting 82 goals (2.0 goals against average) with a .927 save percentage (second-best in the league).

Capitals’ Schedule

Looking for officially licensed NHL gear? Fanatics has jerseys, hats, apparel, memorabilia, trading cards, collectibles and more.

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/25/2025 Canucks L 2-1 Away -125
1/28/2025 Flames W 3-1 Away -147
1/30/2025 Senators L 5-4 Away -109
2/1/2025 Jets Home -121
2/4/2025 Panthers Home
2/6/2025 Flyers Away
2/9/2025 Utah Hockey Club Home

Jets’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/26/2025 Flames W 5-2 Home -251
1/28/2025 Canadiens W 4-1 Away -172
1/30/2025 Bruins W 6-2 Away -161
2/1/2025 Capitals Away +101
2/4/2025 Hurricanes Home
2/7/2025 Islanders Home
2/22/2025 Blues Away

Watch 1,000+ out-of-market NHL games, ESPN+ Hockey Night & more streaming all season on ESPN+.

Washington vs. Winnipeg Game Info

  • Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
  • Time: 7:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Washington D.C.
  • Venue: Capital One Arena

Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.

id: